Principal Expert, Manufacturing Science and Technology

Principal Expert, Manufacturing Science and Technology

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As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to patients and customers. You will collaborate internationally, gaining visibility and directly contributing to the company’s success while fostering a healthy work environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work‑life balance.

• Be the "go‑to" technical expert for Global MSAT and Operations leadership for BIAH products and processes, providing analysis and guidance throughout the product/process lifecycle and new product development.
• Evaluate and approve moderate and major change requests autonomously.
• Analyze complex process/product data and prepare reports autonomously.
• Provide troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis and scientific guidance autonomously for technical transfer, manufacturing deviations, validations, analytical tests, etc.
• Provide technical input and support for regulatory authorities on regulatory processes such as geographical expansion and post‑approval changes.
• Develop technical solutions for process optimisation/improvement and evaluate impact on cost of goods.
• Recommend new technologies to support future manufacturing platforms.
• Provide scientific guidance on existing BIAH technologies to define technology standards.
• Support the creation of technical position papers for the MSAT Organization.
• Seek and recommend new technologies and future‑oriented technology platforms autonomously.
• Continuously develop and maintain expertise, mentor MSAT experts, lead technology exchanges across global/local MSAT teams, and represent BIAH in industry working groups.
• Facilitate the transfer of product/process knowledge within global/local MSAT teams.
• Serve as surrogate or provide ad‑hoc support to the Global Supply Lead of the CMC Development sub‑team.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations for user requirements, product or process changes.
• Develop, structure and lead cross‑functional projects and programs aligned with project management methodology.
• Define and manage scope, budget, schedule and associated risks to deliver fully functional deliverables meeting customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and BIAH / external standards (EHS, VICH, corporate procedures, GxP, etc.).
• Establish and maintain communication tools (e.g., project charter, monthly reports) to engage stakeholders effectively.
• Ensure and measure customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ph.D. in a scientific discipline (Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological sciences) with a minimum of 3 years direct industry experience.
• Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological sciences) with a minimum of 7 years direct industry experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological sciences) with a minimum of 10 years direct industry experience and at least 1 year leading, influencing and developing people across the organization.
• Additional qualification in Business (Supply Chain, Economics) is preferred.
• Professional certification in a scientific field or project management is preferred.
• Expertise in novel technologies or sciences is an advantage.
• Demonstrated technical expertise at bench and production scale.
• Fluency in English is required; additional language skills are an asset.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Demonstrated international/intercultural collaboration.
• Training and leadership in Agile Management is preferred.
• Proven ability to adapt communications and engage diverse audiences across organizational levels.
• Proven specialized/depth of knowledge and leadership in the identified discipline.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post‑offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

With us, you can develop your own path in a company that values diversity and innovation. We provide a healthy work environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work‑life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefits reflect our regard for our employees. We invest in programs and groups to support health and wellbeing and are constantly innovating to transform lives for generations.

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• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing